“We have assembled the best of instructors who have firm understanding of what is expected of a legislative Aide. Ambassador Jerry Ugokwe is not only a former ambassador but also a former member of the National Assembly. Dr Jake Dan-azumi is with the National Institute for legislative and Democratic studies, the foremost institution of Democratic Studies in Nigeria., while Mr John Ebikeseye Mutu, is a one time legislative Aide, now the Deputy National Team Leader of ECP and friend of the Nigerian Legislature”, Mrs Ocholor stated.
She said the outcome of the workshop will definitely impact positively on the ability of participants to assist their principals in their legislative assignments.
Several lectures including ‘Principles of Separation of Powers and Doctrine of Checks and Balances’, ‘General Elections of the Legislature and Role of Lawmakers’, ‘The Lawmaking Process and Statutory Instruments’, ‘Overview of the Appreciation Process and Key Concepts in Budgeting’, ‘An Overview of the Committee System and Oversight Process’ and ‘Understanding the Rules of Practice and Procedure in a State House of Assembly’ as well as ‘ the Role of Legislative Aides and how to Manage your Boss’.
Also embedded in the training program is syndicate sessions and group presentations.
